Entrepreneurial Investment Awards Program
This grant supports Iowa organizations that provide direct business development services to entrepreneurs and early-stage startups to boost innovation and economic growth in the state.
Funder: Iowa Economic Development Authority
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $200,000 per provider; actual award based on committee review and available funding.
Summary: Supports Iowa-based resource providers that assist entrepreneurs and startups with business creation, location, or expansion in Iowa.
Key Information: Applicants must confirm eligibility and be invited to apply before submitting materials.
Description
The Entrepreneurial Investment Awards Program is designed to strengthen Iowa’s innovation ecosystem by supporting organizations that provide direct business development services to entrepreneurs and early-stage startups. The program funds resource providers that help new ventures create, locate, or expand businesses within Iowa, with the goal of fostering business growth and economic development across the state.
